The Discovery of the North Pole is a historical account written by Robert Edwin Peary, an American explorer who claimed to be the first person to reach the North Pole in 1909. The book details Peary's journey to the North Pole, including his struggles with harsh weather conditions, dangerous ice formations, and limited resources. Peary also describes the challenges of navigating through the Arctic terrain and the physical and mental toll it took on him and his team. The book provides a firsthand account of the historic achievement of reaching the North Pole, as well as insights into the motivations and strategies of early polar explorers. Overall, The Discovery of the North Pole is a gripping and informative read that sheds light on one of the most significant expeditions in human history.From The Hampton�������s Magazine.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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